Phuket vs Penang

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Phuket edges ahead as the better destination in August. Phuket offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 24 rain days, while Penang sees 9 sunshine hours and 24 rain days.

Phuket sits in the comfortable travel range at 28°C. Penang runs hot at 30°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in August.

Phuket reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 26°C (79°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 2°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Penang averages 30°C (86°F) for the high and 25°C (77°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.

Phuket receives approximately 264 mm of rainfall across 24 rain days during August. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Penang sees 206 mm over 24 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 82%.